On the "Off-topic" forum I had previously posted my lame attempt at translation - a copy provided below. Malc and I had also pondered the meaning / contect of the "Kugelfischer" fuel injection system
Program tips from BMW-ALPINA
You can buy yourself a BMW and out-drive away almost all other automobiles
This is fun and not even very expensive.
However, you can also buy a BMW-ALPINA and out-drive all other BMW’s.
This is even more fun; however, is also a little more expensive.
So that you know how much this fun cost, we have assembled this small prospectus with different BMW-ALPINA details. You can convert to these cars here completely and TUV-approved (with exclusion to the competitive vehicle) to the offered. You should already have a BMW, that is not in bad condition. We retrofit them just as gladly and well if it is your wish. It is only a little more expensive.
… Skipping 2002 models …
BMW-ALPINA 2800 (Type B 1)
The basis for the very fast touring vehicles is the BMW 2800. The special ALPINA 2.8L motor produces 205 HP. An ALPINA creation with stiff strut suspension struts and adjustable stabilizers as well as vented front disk brakes provides count for excellent handling and assuredbraking, leather steering wheel, sport seats, safety glass windshield as well as VR-tires are standard equipment.
Acceleration: 0-100km/h in 8 second
Top Speed: over 215km/h
Price: 26,500 marks (about $8500US at time)
BMW-ALPINA 3.0 S (Type B 2)
A 215 HP stronger special ALPINA motor (3 liter) makes this car the fasted BMW sedan. A limited-slip differential completes the high performance equation for this ALPINA creation. Heated rear window, safety glass windshield, ALPINA leather steering wheel, sport seats, VR tires and also cockpit instruments for oil pressure, oil temperature, and water temperature are standard.
Acceleration: 0-100km/h in 7.5 second
Top Speed: over 220km/h
Price: 29,600 marks (about $9000US at time)
BMW-ALPINA 3.0 CS (Race / Tour Vehicle)
The ALPINA Race / Tour Vehicle 3.0 CS has achieved numerous victories against tough competition in the past years. As the future standard basis of race-tour vehicles this 3-liter coupe serves with especially low weight. The vehicle is constructed to F1A-Reglement group II standards.
As a driver selection a 310 HP ALPINA race engine (carbureted) or an over powered BMW ALPINA race engine with (Kugelfischer = brand?) fuel injection.
Racing chassis, 5 speed transmission, rear axle with differential lock and oil cooling, direct steering translation (variable rate?), raceflag print seats, race roll cage, aluminum body parts, safety main switch, racing seatbelts (?), flared fenders with integrated front spoiler are part of the extended equipment, there are many other deviations in this series.
